This 2-part article explains some
very simple, basic tips for the first time or experienced gardener
to grow healthy, abundant tomato plants.Growing a great tomato plant does
not mean you have to be a rocket scientist, or even a gardening
expert. It only takes a few simple tips and basic understanding
of the tomato plant to guarantee an abundant crop of fruit. In this
article you will see how simple it really is to produce fine looking
plants and great tasting tomatoes. Most importantly, green thumbs
are optional.
For the beginning or even the more
experienced gardener, it is much easier to start with a plant that
has already grown into its early stages, rather than start with
seeds on your own. Seeds can take six to eight weeks before they
can be transplanted, and it is just as easy, if not more so, to
go to your local nursery or garden center and buy a potted tomato
plant. You will see there are quite a few varieties to choose from,
and the only limit is your personal choice. Most you will find are
suitable for all common uses of the fruit, so you can easily start
off with using one certain type of tomato, or try a couple of different
ones based on your preference.
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Once you have purchased your tomato
plants, the next step is to begin the process of transplanting into
the ground. First determine the best place in your garden to place
the plants. Tomato plants thrive best in an area that receives at
least seven hours of full sun a day.
If you have time to prepare this area
before you have purchased your plants, cover this area of ground
with black plastic a week or two before you are ready to plant.
This will make the soil that much warmer to ensure optimal growth
and even earlier fruit. One thing to consider when choosing an area
for planting is that tomato plants grow best when spaced at least
eighteen inches apart.
When transplanting, bury about half
the plant into the ground. It is okay to cover the small leaves
at the bottom. This will help build a strong stem needed once the
plant begins producing fruit. Compost or store purchased manure
is ideal for mulching around the plant. Use an estimate of five
to eight pounds per square foot and make sure that it is no less
than one inch thick. This will protect the stems and control the
growth of weeds.
